The long wait by Alberton skaters is over. Thanks to Mother Nature, the ice finally has formed on their new outdoor rink. And that’s good news for the township as it’s planned a community skating party tomorrow evening (Dec. 28) to mark the grand-opening of the Millennium rink. “As long […]
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The president of Local 771 of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union president is “optimistic” contract talks with the province will reach an agreement, but he’s scouting out a strike headquarters just in case. “We’re optimistic that we’ll have a good negotiation and, hopefully, end up signing a contract rather […]
Changes to the Indian Act and border security were the main concerns for Indian Affairs and Northern Development minister Robert Nault this past year. But looking back, the Kenora-Rainy River MP said last week he’s pleased with the way the federal government dealt with numerous obstacles faced this year. “I […]
It may not have the same hype as the millennium, but tickets to local parties are going fast as district residents prepare to ring in the new year. This New Year’s Eve is the first for “Warp 9,” the newest night club in town. “New Year’s plans are going very […]
“I’ll miss the people the most. That’s what it’s all about.” The sentiment behind Bob Jeffery’s words could not have been more clear last week as friends, co-workers, and associates gathered to bid farewell to the health planner at the Northwestern Health Unit. Starting Jan. 7, Jeffery will take up […]
The Canadian economy may be in a recession but local merchants reported shoppers were out in force here this Christmas buying big-ticket items such as jewellery, DVD players, and big screen TVs for under the tree. “It’s been super. People are in a good mood and not letting Sept. 11 […]
Citing an increasing debt, the Northwestern Ontario Recycling Association has decided to raise its service fee from $10 per capita to $17, effective Jan. 1. “We regret to do that but we had to,” said NORA chair Dennis Brown, who also is the mayor of Atikokan. “The market is down. […]
While the holiday season should be a time for celebration, the Fort Frances Fire Department once again is warning people not to let the festivities turn to tragedy. “In the past, both here and elsewhere where I’ve worked, we have had house fires at Christmas, which can be a especially […]
In the sprit of the season for giving, the Super 8 Motel here is giving families facing emergencies a place to stay for free Dec. 24-26. “It’s called the ‘Rooms at the Inn’ program. It’s done by Super 8s across the country,” local manager Wanda Barker said yesterday. “It’s up […]
The month of December has been very busy at the Fort Frances Day Care, beginning with a Christmas tree hunt. We would like to thank Don Hammond for allowing us to walk along his wonderful trails through the bush to get a beautiful tree. The children in all three rooms […]
“Be safe and smart this holiday.” That’s the message Kelly Olson, co-ordinator for the district Substance Abuse Program, is stressing with Christmas and New Year’s festivities soon upon us. “Have a great time, have fun. But also be smart about your decisions because they can affect people other than you,” […]
Rumours the butcher facilities at the Canada Safeway store here are being eliminated, and meat would be shipped in from Winnipeg, are wrong, a company spokesperson said. Toby Oswald said Canada Safeway is examining the possibility of closing some butcher facilities in Manitoba stores when a new processing plant opens […]
